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Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Birmingham News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Birmingham, Alabama—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Birmingham…
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Ashes, Grief, and Family Tension | Birmingham News
A grieving woman, the oldest sibling, seeks a small portion of her parents’ ashes—both recently cremated—to keep as a memorial, but her brother, who holds…
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Manuel’s Exit Amid Athletic Drama | Birmingham News
Michigan’s AD Warde Manuel may be out after the Board of Regents reviews a damning law firm report, reportedly preparing to offer him a hefty buyout. The…
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Jefferson County Funds Housing Solutions | Birmingham News
Jefferson County is making a bold move to tackle homelessness head-on, pouring over $314,000 in federal funds into local organizations that provide emergency…
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Tragic ATV Crash in Cleburne County | Birmingham News
Two young lives lost in a devastating ATV crash in Cleburne County, Alabama — Dylan Deaton, 28, and Mackenzie Smith, 25, both from Georgia, died after their…
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Remembering Joe Murphy of Koopa | Birmingham News
Joe Murphy, the iconic voice and bassist of UK pop-punk band Koopa, has passed away at 46. His sister Eleanor Yates broke the news, calling him her “big…
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Free Fitness Fun at Railroad Park | Birmingham News
Get ready to move your body for free—Railroad Park’s “Get Healthy on the Railroad” summer fitness series kicks off now and runs through October 31, offering…
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Alabama’s Back-to-School Tax Break | Birmingham News
Alabama’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is here—July 17–19—with big savings on essentials like pencils, calculators, computers, and school clothes. Governor…
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Two Dead in Irondale Shooting | Birmingham News
Two people dead in a brutal shooting on Stone Wall Drive in Irondale, Alabama — a 33-year-old man from Texas and a 32-year-old woman from Birmingham — with…
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Two Killed in Irondale Shooting | Birmingham News
Two people were fatally shot in an apparent assault on Stone Wall Drive in Irondale Sunday night — a 33-year-old man from Texas and a 32-year-old woman from…
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Tuscaloosa Ramp Closed After Truck Flip | Birmingham News
Traffic chaos in Tuscaloosa as an overturned truck blocks the Jack Warner Parkway ramp onto McFarland Blvd, causing major backups. Authorities are rerouting…
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Tragic Single-Car Crash in Fultondale | Birmingham News
Tragic Single-Car Crash in Fultondale | Birmingham News
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Hurricane Season Starting Quietly | Birmingham News
Hurricane season’s off to a surprisingly calm start—just one storm so far, with models hinting at a possible Gulf system later this week, though the National…
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Rookies Shining in Summer League | Birmingham News
NBA Summer League in Vegas is heating up with rookies and second-year stars making bold statements—Lendeborg, the 11th pick, is dominating with 21 points, 10…
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Boss Ghosts and Team Overload | Birmingham News
Your boss vanishes when things get tough—but pops up to claim credit when things go well. In a small office where the team handles everything from client…
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PetSmart Heads to Fultondale | Birmingham News
PetSmart is making its mark in Fultondale with a brand-new store taking over the former Books-A-Million spot at the Promenade—its seventh in Birmingham and…
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City Officials Secretly Signed NDA for Data Center | Birmingham News
Bessemer, Alabama, is under fire after city officials—including the mayor and city attorney—secretly signed a two-year NDA with a developer behind a $14…
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Permanent Daylight Saving Time Push | Birmingham News
Daylight saving time might be here to stay — and this time, Congress is seriously pushing for it. A new Senate bill aims to make the time change permanent…
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McDonald's Slap Leads to Arrest | Birmingham News
A McDonald’s drive-thru in Gouverneur, New York, turned into a viral meltdown when a 39-year-old woman slapped the driver of the car ahead of her—just because…
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Rachael Ray Under Scrutiny | Birmingham News
Rachael Ray’s latest cooking tutorial sparked a whirlwind of online chatter—not for the recipe, but for her looks, with fans debating whether she’d aged or…
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Alabama Beach Mouse Gets New Steward | Birmingham News
Tiny but mighty: the Alabama beach mouse, a nocturnal dune guardian vital to coastal stability, now has a new protector. After 15 years with the Alabama…
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Birmingham Auto Shop Fire Early Monday | Birmingham News
Birmingham Auto Shop Fire Early Monday | Birmingham News
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Stadium Trace Village Expansion Revealed | Birmingham News
Hoover’s City Council is set to approve a $200 million expansion for Stadium Trace Village, creating 500+ jobs and transforming the area into a vibrant medical…
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Gas Prices Rising in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Gas prices in Birmingham are climbing again, up seven cents to $3.47 a gallon — still cheaper than last month but 73 cents higher than this time last year…
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First Drive Electric Alabama Event | Birmingham News
Experience the future of driving firsthand at Drive Electric Alabama’s first-ever event, where you could test drive everything from luxury Cadillacs and…
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Shooting at Tuscaloosa Circle K Under Investigation | Birmingham News
A shooting at a Circle K in Tuscaloosa leaves one person critically injured, sparking an active investigation by the Violent Crimes Unit. Witnesses and…
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Pritchett Steps Up to Fill Cuevas' Shoes | Birmingham News
Alabama’s tight end future hinges on Marshall Pritchett, the freshman phenom who flashed potential last season with seven catches for 57 yards and a touchdown…
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Democrats Crossing Over in GOP Primary | Birmingham News
Alabama’s GOP chairman warns Democrats may cross over to vote in the Republican primary, calling it “disappointing but not surprising,” as Democratic vice…
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Auburn’s MLB Draft Surge | Birmingham News
Seven Auburn Tigers were drafted in this weekend’s MLB draft, extending the program’s streak of multiple top-ten round picks to eight straight seasons — a…
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Huntsville Police Academy Opens | Birmingham News
Want to see the other side of the badge? Huntsville’s fall Citizen’s Police Academy is open for applications—nine weeks of behind-the-scenes insight into how…
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Alabama’s Hidden Racial Seat Rules | Birmingham News
Alabama’s state laws secretly mandate racial quotas on official boards—requiring minority appointees on bodies like the High School of Mathematics and Science…
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Former Coach Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge | Birmingham News
Former Elba High football coach Christopher Harrison, now director of student services in Barbour County Schools, was arrested this past Sunday on a…
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Senator Graham Dies at 71 | Birmingham News
Senator Lindsey Graham, a towering figure in American politics and longtime ally of President Trump, died unexpectedly at 71, likely from an aortic rupture…
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Navigating Social Boundaries with Grace | Birmingham News
New friend brings her whole crew? Gently set boundaries—focus on your vibe, not her “mistake.” Wedding invite drama: niece won’t let your boyfriend attend…
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Senator Graham’s Cause of Death Revealed | Birmingham News
Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly at 71 from an aortic dissection linked to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease — a grim but medically clear cause…
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Mothers of Loss Find Strength Together | Birmingham News
Three years after losing her son Jordan Melton in the line of duty, Birmingham firefighter’s mother Dr. Rochelle Gaston Malone has turned her grief into a…
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Lung Cancer Screening to Treatment 2.0 | Birmingham News
Lung Cancer Screening to Treatment 2.0 is a free, community-powered event in Birmingham on July 18, 2026, bringing together patients, families, veterans…
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34 Years Later Search Resumes | Birmingham News
A haunting search unfolds in Talladega County as bulldozers and excavators dig into a property under FBI and forensic oversight, reigniting hope—and…
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Birmingham’s Fashion Revolution | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s fashion scene exploded in June with two powerhouse events celebrating body positivity and inclusivity. De’Angela Pippen’s “Let Dee Games Begin”…
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Shooting in Tuscaloosa Under Investigation | Birmingham News
A shooting erupted at a Circle K in Tuscaloosa around 5:30 PM, leaving one person with critical injuries. Police and the Violent Crimes Unit responded…
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Chile Navy Officer Crash Kills Six | Birmingham News
A horrific crash in Vina del Mar claims six lives after an off-duty Chilean navy member plowed into a bustling market, leaving chaos and grief in his wake. The…
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Senator Graham Dies Suddenly at 71 | Birmingham News
Senator Lindsey Graham, South Carolina’s longtime senator, has died at 71 from a sudden illness, with cardiac arrest reported in a 911 call from his home. The…
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Driver Escapes Crash Then Gets Shot At | Birmingham News
A wild chain of events unfolded in Odenville Sunday afternoon when a pedestrian was struck in a Piggly Wiggly parking lot—only for the fleeing driver to crash…
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Troy's Dylan Alonso Drafted by Royals | Birmingham News
Troy’s Dylan Alonso gets drafted by the Royals in the 16th round — and he’s not alone: four Trojans headed to the pros this year, including picks by Houston…
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Two South Alabama Pitchers Headed to Cardinals | Birmingham News
Two South Alabama pitchers headline the Cardinals’ draft class as Brian Garmon, a righty from Georgia State, gets picked in the 15th round—making him the…
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Brightness in Black: Stories from Birmingham | Birmingham News
StoryCorps rolled into Birmingham, Alabama, with a mission to amplify Black voices through its Brightness in Black initiative, recording 40 powerful stories in…
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Driver Escapes Crash Then Gets Shot At | Birmingham News
A driver fleeing a hit-and-run in Odenville crashed into another vehicle after a witness chased them down—leading to a tense, gun-toting standoff on Highway…
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Troy’s Crotchfelt Drafted by Mets | Birmingham News
Zach Crotchfelt, Troy’s fiery lefty reliever, just got drafted by the New York Mets in the 14th round — and he’s not just another name on the list. The…
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Mañana Takes Over Nana Funks Spot | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s Lakeview is getting a nightlife revival as the former Nana Funks spot reopens as Mañana, helmed by the team behind Salud Taqueria and Adiõs. José…
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Moana Live-Action Fails to Wow Critics | Birmingham News
Moana’s live-action remake hits 1 at the box office with a solid but modest $95M global opening—far below its $250M production cost. While critics are lukewarm…
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Tigers Draft Reliever Jett Johnston | Birmingham News
Detroit Tigers snagged reliever Jett Johnston in the 13th round of the MLB draft—pick 396—after he dominated Auburn’s bullpen with 31 strikeouts in 24 innings…
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South Alabama Pitcher Drafted by Cardinals | Birmingham News
South Alabama pitcher Jacob Haley, the first player from his school to be drafted this year, was selected 324th overall by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 11th…
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Urban Planet Opens at Riverchase | Birmingham News
Urban Planet just dropped its first Alabama location at Riverchase Galleria in Hoover — a fresh, affordable fashion hub stocking trendy dresses, tees, denim…
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Caleb Johnson Drafted by Dodgers | Birmingham News
Caleb Johnson, a standout shortstop from Jacksonville State, just got drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 13th round—403rd overall—and he’s not alone, as…
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Hoover Slugger Adams Drafted by Tigers | Birmingham News
Will Adams, Hoover High’s phenom slugger and Mr. Baseball award winner, is headed to the Detroit Tigers in the 11th round—336th overall—after smashing stats…
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Graham’s Global Legacy Honored | Birmingham News
Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing has sparked global tributes, with world leaders like Zelenskyy, Netanyahu, and NATO’s Rutte praising his unwavering defense of…
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Missing Family Found Safe in Kentucky | Birmingham News
A mother and her three young children, missing for three weeks, have been found safe in Kentucky after a community-driven search using Flock cameras…
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Reds Draft Alabama Catcher Brady Neal | Birmingham News
The Reds snagged a rising star in catcher Brady Neal, the fourth Alabama player drafted this year and the first catcher they’ve selected—showing serious depth…
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Huntsville TIF District Approved | Birmingham News
Huntsville’s City Council just approved a bold $220 million TIF district downtown — no new taxes on residents, just capturing future property value growth to…
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Former Pastor Faces Child Solicitation Charges | Birmingham News
A former pastor, James Gorman Houston III, faces serious charges—including electronic solicitation of a child and traveling to meet a minor for sex—after an…
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Why Every Verse Matters | Birmingham News
The Bible’s every verse—no matter how puzzling—is divinely purposeful, designed to shape, challenge, and transform you. It’s not meant to be skimmed but…